The visible effects of the uncertainty of the times are also playing out in palettes that reveal the need to take a mental or physical break from the here and now. This translates into hues that breathe exoticism and luxury.

The Platt Collections' hand-decorated vase glows in rich golden tones.

Warm ochre tones are captured in the Bottega Veneta leather handbag.

The New Luxury palette discusses the idea of “Glamping” — or glamour camping — which “beckons those who wish to enjoy the gifts of nature but with the ultimate on-demand comfort of high-end convenience,” the Color Pulse states.

Shades in New Luxury are deep and rich with sophisticated depth. “Bold translucency and art-inspired brights contrast against beige grounds.” Colors include Gold Metallic, Glowing Umber, Summer Plum, Blue Macaw, Wild Orchid, Persian Violet and Granite. In terms of textures, luster, embellishment, metal, lacquer, feathers, quilted velvet, satin and leather are trend-right.

Breathing exoticism, the Ralph Lauren advertisement contrasts a sleek metallic dress with dusty, earthen surroundings

The Duchess chair embodies the epitome of luxury swathed in gold with Swarovski crystal buttons and 18-karat gold legs from Luxe Living.

Michelle Lamb of The Trend Curve said there is going to be an exotic, bohemian trend with spiked interest in Russia for 2010. “This adds a nice new layer,” Lamb said. “It can be busy, exotic and luxurious.” Bohemian as the new ethnic trend eclipses both Asian and African styles, she said.

“Metallics will take on new shades and soften in some cases,” Lamb said, adding that basic gold will transform into effervescent champagne tones, and silver will morph into platinum and pewter.